Untitled Flashcards Set

epoch

An instant of time selected as a reference point; an event or time that begins a new period of development.

incredulity

Quality or state of being incredulous; a state of disbelief.

tumbril

A farmer's cart used during the French Revolution to carry condemned persons to the guillotine.

potentate

One who experiences controlling power; a ruler or sovereign.

requisition

A formal or authoritative demand.

blunderbuss

A short firearm used at close range without aiming.

adjuration

To entreat or advise earnestly; to charge or command solemnly under oath.

inexorable

Not to be moved or persuaded by entreaty; relentless and inflexible.

perpetuation

Continuing, everlasting, constant.

methodical

Arranged; characterized by method or order; systematically following a method.

sonorous

Producing sound; full or loud in sound.

restorative

Something that serves to restore consciousness or health.

garret

A room or unfinished part of a house just under the roof.

cadaverous

Of or relating to a cadaver; resembling a dead body.

modicum

A limited quantity; a small amount.

expostulation

To reason earnestly with a person for discussion or protest; to demand or dispute.

implacable

Not capable of being appeased or pacified.

salutation

A greeting.

haggard

Wild in appearance; having a worn or emaciated, tired look.

admonitory

Expressing admonition; warning.